Billed as "the world's first land drone", the Turtle Rover was designed by the same folks that brought us the Mars rover. The four-wheeled explorer has a front-facing camera and a robotic arm, is completely water-tight, and can run for four hours on a single charge. Controlled from your smartphone or tablet with an open-source app, the Turt Rover is completely customizable. Deliveries are expected to start in June 2018.

Big fun. Small package. The Sphero Mini crams the same tech that made the original popular — like a gyroscope, accelerometer, a motor, and LED lights — into a package about the size of a ping-pong ball. It can be controlled by the companion app, doubles as a pint-sized, motion-enabled game controller, and can be programmed for new functionality using the Sphero Edu app and some basic JavaScript. Available in five colors, it comes with a few tiny accessories to get you started.

Something of a cross between a security camera and a drone, the Aevena Aire Flying Robotic Assistant is a new type of homebound gadget. Using a ducted fan assembly for quiet flight, it has an arsenal of sensors that let it fly around autonomously, avoid obstacles from any angle, and automatically takeoff and land. Using it to take a picture is as easy as asking your Amazon Echo to do so — the Aire will take off, find you, and snap a shot with its built-in camera. You can also take control remotely using the companion app, and over-the-air updates such as automated security patrols and virtual home mapping will expand its capabilities further. It was designed to look non-threatening, and while it's not trying to be cute, it also doesn't look like the kind of robot that could be programmed to do you harm, either — so you can put any Terminator-style worries to rest.

When you find the right watch, it becomes an extension of you. That's been the case for generations of iconic figures like Paul Newman, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Elvis Presley. A Man and His Watch profiles those figures and the timepieces they wore from the perspective of author Matthew Hranek, who traveled the world conducting interviews and gathering the histories of 76 watches. Each piece is attached to an original photograph and a detailed story of some of the most coveted watches in the world.

Timeless automotive design. Rolex wristwatches. The artworks of Andy Warhol. Three subjects that vary wildly, yet elicit similarly passionate responses from those who care about them. Assouline's Impossible Collection series recognizes this, providing a thorough, in-depth look at each topic through insightful interviews, powerful prose, and gorgeous imagery. Each hand-bound tome tips the scales at nearly 20 pounds, arrives in a bespoke presentation case, and measures well over two feet wide when opened — demanding a central spot on your coffee table, if not its own dedicated stand.

Part Echo, part iPad, part butler, the Temi Personal Robot is a rethinking of how we interact with technology. It has an array of sensors and cameras that let it autonomously navigate your home, coming to you when called. It can handle standard AI assistant stuff like making calls, summoning a ride, and playing music. It can also handle tasks stationary and handheld devices can't, like letting you video chat hands-free while naturally moving through your space, taking videos and photos for you, thanks to face tracking technology, and even carrying and charging items you've placed on its tray. It's backed by Roboteam, the company behind several military-grade robots, and will be beta testing this fall for a wider launch next year.

A leader in the drone market, DJI are taking things to the next level with the Mavic Pro Platinum Drone. Featuring a brand-new aerodynamic design, the new quadcopter has an impressive flight time of up to 30 minutes and is 60 percent quieter than the previous Mavic Pro. It also has a 4k camera, and the new FOC ESC drivers offer sinusoidal current for increased stability, and its available for preorder right now.

Made for athletes in search of a comfortable shoe to wear while traveling, the Vans UltraRange Rapidweld is one of the most versatile in the brand's arsenal. It's made with a new UltraCush Lite midsole compound for added comfort and durability. It also has LuxLiner sock-fit construction for a secure, comfy fit, fully breathable mesh with Rapidweld details, and synthetic, textile, and suede uppers. Each pair is finished using water-based inks and glues and a durable rubber reverse waffle lug outsole.

Whether you're an avid collector or starting from scratch, Watch Gang can help you stock up on quality pieces. The subscription service allows members to get a fresh watch every month based on their style and preferences. Memberships come in three tiers and watches are generally worth up to five times more than the monthly cost. They can do this by working directly with brands, guaranteeing you get an authentic timepiece at a great price. Along with their monthly arrival, subscribers can also take advantage of benefits like weekly Rolex, TAG, and Seiko giveaways and access to their exclusive community The Watch Gang Exchange.

Created by the inventor of the Roomba, the Tertill Weeding Robot promises to do for weeds in your garden what the former does for dirt on your floor. Powered by a solar panel on its top, the Tertill uses a variety of sensors to patrol your garden every day, searching for weeds to eliminate. When it finds one, it uses a spinning string trimmer to cut the weed off near the ground. Four-wheel-drive and distinctive diagonal wheels ensure it can get around capably, and a waterproof body means it can live outside full-time.

Built with privacy as a chief priority, the Essential Home Smart Assistant is a cloud-connected, but not cloud-focused helper. It runs Ambient OS, a new operating system that runs its AI engine locally to keep from having everything you say blasted over the 'net. Its creators promise that it will automatically find and configure other smart devices around your home, like lamps and speakers, and can even learn your routines, notifying you when you need to leave the house for a meeting or when you've forgotten to turn off a light. A built-in circular display shows you relevant information and provides a physical interface, with clean, well-designed graphics. Other details are scarce, but more should be announced in the coming months.